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2021 Nissan Maxima

The 2021 Nissan Maxima is a midsize car, rated at 24 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. No NHTSA recalls are on record for this model year.

2021 Nissan Maxima
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Combined MPG
24
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$38,000
Recalls
0

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Model year2021
Vehicle classMidsize Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement3.5 L
Cylinders6
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S7)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG20
Highway MPG30
Combined MPG24
CO₂ tailpipe370 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3200

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City20 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined24 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Maxima24 MPG
Class average36.9 MPG

About 35% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$669/mo
Amount financed
$34,200
Total interest
$5,950
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5-year fuel cost
$8,375

$1,675/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG24
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (0)

No NHTSA recalls on record for this model year.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2021 Nissan Maxima?

The 2021 Nissan Maxima is EPA-rated at 24 MPG combined (20 city / 30 highway).

Is the 2021 Nissan Maxima reliable?

NHTSA has no recall campaigns on record for the 2021 Nissan Maxima, which is a positive reliability signal. Always check for the latest updates before buying.

How safe is the 2021 Nissan Maxima?

The 2021 Nissan Maxima earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Nissan Maxima?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2021 Nissan Maxima costs roughly $1,675 per year to fuel, or about $8,375 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2021 Nissan Maxima?

The 2021 Nissan Maxima is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC